Family News

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1 in 3 kids are facing a confidence crisis – and it’s quietly affecting their whole future

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Evie Pig, Peppa Pig’s little sister, trots into the spotlight in new show coming to Butlin’s

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The sun safety step parents are skipping – and it could affect your child’s health

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How hot does it have to be for UK schools and nurseries to close? What parents need to know

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Half of UK parents would pull kids from school for cheaper holidays, new study reveals

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Mums still face pregnancy discrimination at work, but a new free legal service launches to help

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New report reveals how social media abuse is pushing teachers out of the profession

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Free school meals to be expanded to all families on Universal Credit from 2026

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Planning an early summer holiday? Experts warn the end of term "safe zone" isn’t fine-free

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Kids can cause £15k in home damage before they turn 18, new research finds — but there are ways to prevent it

Why 76% of school kids are holding in their poo – and what it could mean for their health

An Asian teenage student interacts with an AI chatbot on a smartphone while studying at a desk with a laptop, notes and stationery. The scene highlights modern learning and technology integration.

New study finds 77% of teens admit to using AI to do their homework

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Teens with anxiety and depression use social media differently, study finds

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Blue Cross launches Paws to Draw art competition – with ex-footballer David James as celebrity judge

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Mind the maternity pay gap! Which job sectors are letting new mums down?

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Exam stress sees peak in calls to Childline, new figures reveal

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School uniform changes could save parents £50 per child

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Where kids can eat free or for £1 this Easter bank holiday

Universal theme park coming to Bedford – here’s what families can expect

Baby Care and Safety

UK “lags behind” in car seat safety – campaigners call for urgent change

Roblox introduces new parental tools to help families manage kids' gaming

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Gingerbread to close its helpline after 22 years supporting single parents

As safety concerns grow, Roblox CEO says: ‘Trust parents to decide'

Where kids can eat free or for £1 this February half term

Childcare costs in the UK: how they compare globally and what help is available

The trends and surprising stories behind UK children’s name changes revealed

Safer Internet Day 2025: Why online safety is more crucial than ever

School holiday fines hit record high – but are they fair for all families?

Nintendo announce the Switch 2 to level up family gaming

The real price of parenthood revealed: £212,961 to raise a child in the UK